Frequently Asked Questions

The Process:

1. How much of the ashes do you need to make the ink?

We only ask for 1 teaspoon, and we send most of that back to you!
We reduce the ashes you send to such a microgranular level, that when you get the ashes back, it will sometimes look like more than what you sent.

2. How do you make the ink?

We perform a proprietary process to safely infuse your loved one's ashes into tattoo ink. We start with reducing the ash down to a nano granular material, allowing the ink to bind to it.

We then use a pyrolytic sterilization method to re-sterilize the ash, Once the ashes have been re-sterilized, they are chemically agitated into the ink to create a single solution. We will then aseptically transfer the ink into its bottle, assign it a lot number, reference number, and give it a 12 month shelf life.

3. Why can't I take my ashes to a tattoo artist to have them mix it?

We STRONGLY suggest you do not allow your artist to do this. No reputable artist would just add a "pinch of ash" into their inks.

Though ashes are sterile immediately following the cremation process, they are immediately contaminated once placed into the bag or urn.

The ash particles are too large to be fused with the ink and must be reduced prior to the mixing.
- Because the particles are too big to be absorbed into the skin, the probability of an ink blowout is substantially higher, and no reputable artist will risk this by just adding a "pinch of ash".

4. Is the process sterile?

The process involves three levels of sterilization. Your Angel's Ink is the only commemorative tattoo company in the world that has a physician on staff, certifying that each level of sterilization is up to medical standards.

5. How does the process work from start to finish?

Once your order is received, an automated email will be generated containing your receipt and a unique identifying order number. You can expect a package to arrive within 5 business days containing a collection kit with detailed instructions on how to extract your loved one's ashes.

After receiving your returned shipment containing your loved ones ashes, our staff will immediately send a personalized email, letting you know your shipment has been received.
- Another option is to have your local funeral home do the extraction of ashes for you.

Once the remains have gone through the sterilization and infusion process, we will notify you that your ink is on the way! The same number that was assigned in the original email sent will be attached to the ink. We either mail the ink directly to you, or the artist, whichever the artist prefers.

We create specific, unique labels for your loved one's remains, ensuring there is no mix up or confusion on where your loved one's remains are at all times. This also allows tattoo artists to hold multiple bottles of ink, from different remains, and be able to differentiate them by the actual label on the bottle, unlike other commemorative tattoo ink companies.

6. What do I do with the ink once I receive it?

Take the sterile, sealed ink to the tattoo artist you have been working with and they will know how to handle it.

The Ink

1. How many colors do you offer?

2. How big of a tattoo can I make from one bottle of ink?

Every tattoo artist is different, but we tell people that one 1 oz bottle of ink will fulfill a half sleeve tattoo.

3. I see five colors available. Can I get a different color?

You can request additional colors! Just send us an email with what colors you want and we'll make a special order. Just give us an extra week for processing!

4. Is the ink the same or better quality that I would get at a tattoo shop?

We have tested our ink with local tattoo artists, all of whom have said it is comparable to their ink.

Logistics & Shipping

1. What is the turnaround time to get the ink back to me?

2. Where are you located?

Because we are infusing actual cremated remains, our exact location has to remain undisclosed. Our Lab is based out of Jacksonville, FL

3. What parts of the world will you ship to?

Miscellaneous

1. Can I make ink from my pet's one's ashes?

Yes! We offer this same process for your beloved pets ashes. This is a very popular offering. In the comment section of the ordering process, please indicate this is a pet, and the name! We understand your pets are part of your family as well, and we are happy to accommodate them as well.

2. Are you on social media?

Yes! Please refer to the bottom of the page for the links to our social media pages!
- We would love for you to send us pictures of your new tattoos with your story, and we'll upload them to social media and our gallery board!

3. I am so happy with my tattoo, and I would like to share this with you.

Please do!! You can go to the Contact Us page and let us know. We would love to feature your special day on our website

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